Engineering Student - Mine Maintenance, Planning and Reliability at Canadian Natural Resources Limited — NeverHard
Engineering Student - Mine Maintenance, Planning and Reliability at Canadian Natural Resources Limited in Fort McMurray region, Alberta. Skills: Data Analysis, Heavy Equipment, Troubleshooting, maintenance strategies. Apply on NeverHard.
Company
Canadian Natural Resources Limited
Location
Fort McMurray region, Alberta
Type
full_time
Required skills:
Data Analysis
Heavy Equipment
Troubleshooting
maintenance strategies
JOB DESCRIPTION
Exciting Opportunity Alert! Are you a student eager to dive into the world of massive mining trucks and shovels? Our Mine Maintenance, Planning & Reliability team is the place to be!
THE OPPORTUNITY
JOB DESCRIPTION
Exciting Opportunity Alert! Are you a student eager to dive into the world of massive mining trucks and shovels? Our Mine Maintenance, Planning & Reliability team is the place to be!
As a student, you'll get hands‑on experience with heavy equipment, contributing to the design and optimization of maintenance strategies for our mining machines. You'll be troubleshooting equipment issues, analyzing performance data to predict failures, and helping us implement innovative maintenance solutions. You'll work alongside experienced engineers and tradespeople while making a real impact on the efficiency and sustainability of our mining operations.
If you are mechanically inclined, have an interest in machinery and do not mind getting your hands dirty, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Job location: Fort McMurray, AB – Horizon or Albian Sands
Shift schedule: 8 days on, 6 days off, working 10 hours per shift
Term lengths: 12 months
Term start: January or September 2027
Safety sensitive position: Yes
Key Accountabilities
Assist in developing cost-effective maintenance strategies for our fleet of shovels, trucks, and various support equipment
Participate in the identification of equipment bad actors and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement sustainable solutions
Support condition monitoring activities by analyzing equipment health data, inspection findings, and predictive maintenance indicators to identify emerging reliability risks
Review maintenance histories, costs, and key performance indicators to identify opportunities for reliability improvement and optimize equipment performance
Prepare and compile maintenance and reliability statistics to support equipment availability, cost management, and continuous improvement initiatives
Participate in the development and updating of equipment maintenance standards, procedures, and reliability best practices while maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety and Canadian Natural's core safety values
What You Bring To The Role
Currently enrolled in bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical or Mining engineering is preferred
Interest in heavy equipment maintenance and reliability
Motivated and positive attitude
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license or equivalent out of province license with a reasonably clean driver abstract
Required to be physically and mentally fit for work
A pre-employment drug screening test must be successfully completed
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Quality camp facilities with multiple amenities available
Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Student Relocation Policy. Students will be responsible for finding their own accommodations during the work term
Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee
Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS overview to see what we have to offer!
All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting will close once a successful candidate has been selected.
About Us
Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full‑time employment.
We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Canada's Future Workforce and also one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026.
Industry Leader
We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.
Community Investment
Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.
Compensation and Benefits
We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.
Our People, Our Stories
Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.
Check out some of our Student Testimonials !
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